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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fish Cutter in California is $37,268 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.
However, a Fish Cutter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Fish Cutter Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $40,000 | $3,333 | $769 | $19 |
| Average | $37,268 | $3,106 | $717 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,672 | $2,889 | $667 | $17 |
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A Fish Cutter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Fish Cutter's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Fish Cutter | $37,016 |
| Intermediate Level Fish Cutter | $37,088 |
| Senior Level Fish Cutter | $38,032 |
| Specialist Level Fish Cutter | $39,284 |
| Expert Level Fish Cutter | $39,374 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Fish Cutters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Fish Cutter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Fish Cutter positions in Financial Services or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fish Cutter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $48,448 | $23.0 | 30% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $46,585 | $22.0 | 25% |
| MFG Nondurable | $44,722 | $22.0 | 20% |
| Healthcare | $42,858 | $21.0 | 15% |
| Business Services | $40,995 | $20.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Fish Cutter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $40,000 | $3,333 | $769 | $19 |
| Average | $37,268 | $3,106 | $717 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,672 | $2,889 | $667 | $17 |
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